Description
12 Queen Elizabeth II appeared on Australian Half Pennies from 1953 to 1964. These coins were part of Australia’s currency during her reign, following the end of the British Empire and the beginning of the Commonwealth of Australia. Here’s a breakdown of the coins:
1953 x2
1954 x4
1964 x 3
1961 x2
1960
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1953–1964 Half Penny: The coin featured a young portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, with the reverse depicting an Australian kangaroo and a bush scene.
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Design:
- Obverse: The portrait of Queen Elizabeth II was designed by Mary Gillick and later changed to a more mature version by Arnold Machin in 1964.
- Reverse: Various versions over the years featured a kangaroo, often with a bush setting in the background.
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Material: The coins were primarily made of bronze.
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Size and Value: The Half Penny was worth, as the name suggests, half of an Australian penny. The coins were in circulation until 1966 when the Australian government transitioned to a decimal currency system.
These coins are sought after by collectors today, especially if they are in good condition or have rare mintage years
